Bitcoin Plummets, Market Enters 'Extreme Fear' Amid Flash Crash Reports

Bitcoin Plummets, Market Enters 'Extreme Fear' Amid Flash Crash Reports

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The cryptocurrency market has plunged into 'Extreme Fear', with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index hitting its lowest point in seven months. Bitcoin's price has seen significant drops, falling below $106,000, and a flash crash incident saw BTC decline 15.2% to under $103,000, leading to market maker Wintermute denying rumors of legal action against Binance.

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index plummeted by 21 points to “Extreme Fear,” marking the lowest sentiment recorded in seven months, as Bitcoin's price dropped significantly below the $106,000 mark. This general market downturn has been exacerbated by specific events, including a flash crash last month. During this incident, Bitcoin experienced a sharp decline, falling 15.2% to below $103,000. Following the volatility, market maker Wintermute has publicly denied rumors suggesting it planned to sue Binance in relation to the Oct. 10 crash.